Sunderland Forest Fulham chase Celtic midfielder Arne Engels

Three Premier League clubs are competing to sign Celtic midfielder Arne Engels, setting the stage for a potential summer bidding war. Sunderland, Nottingham Forest, and Fulham have all reportedly registered interest in the 22-year-old Belgian international, who could command a fee exceeding £25 million.

Nottingham Forest pursued Engels aggressively during the January transfer window, with multiple bids rejected by Celtic. Their final offer, believed to be worth around £25 million, was turned down as the Scottish champions focused on their successful domestic campaign. Forest are said to have reignited their interest, a move potentially influenced by the expected departure of their own midfielder, Elliot Anderson, who is a target for Manchester City and Manchester United.

They now face competition from two other top-flight sides. Sunderland, fresh from securing Europa League qualification in their first season back in the Premier League, are looking to strengthen their squad for the demands of European football. Fulham are also monitoring the player, though their managerial situation is uncertain following Marco Silva's departure at the end of the season.